On 24 February 2020, Dr. Hyun-Min Park was officially inaugurated as the 15th president of KRISS.

The inauguration ceremony, which was scheduled to be held on that day, was canceled to prevent the spread of the COVID-19.  

In his inauguration speech, Dr. Park stated that “It is time to reflect on our role as GRI(Government-funded Research Institutes) and NMI(National Metrology Institutes) and redefine our goal in order to best serve our nation and the world.”  

He also said, "We must invest and focus on the changing industrial ecosystem and adapt to the new paradigm."

Emphasizing unity within the organization, Dr. Park plans to focus on three principles during his term: ‘R&D with excellence’, ‘clear performance-based management’ and ‘decision-making based on principles and trust’.  

Dr. Park’s term will last for three years starting 24 February 2020.